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Ministry of Rural Development
Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh inspects Physical & Digital Cleanliness in Rural Development Ministry at Krishi Bhawan Under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
Union Minister emphasizes on use of technology to achieve zero-paper functioning
Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, while the country is celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to commemorate India’s 75 years of independence, strong emphasis is being laid on making India cleaner during the current month of October. Taking the mission of Swachhta & Seva to government offices, Union Minister of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Shri Giriraj Singh today inspected various sections of the Rural Development Ministry and reviewed physical and digital cleanliness practices followed in the Ministry. The Minister directed officials to maximize the use of the E-filing system for better office management.
During the inspection drive, the Minister stressed upon the importance of physical & digital cleanliness in the system & premises to improve the work environment, efficiency & health of the employees. Union Minister also said that under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi, the Government of India is giving the highest priority to cleanliness.
Union Minister suggested that the office should leverage use of the technology & the internet to a maximum extent and aim to achieve zero-paper functioning while expediting digitization of archives & records in a swift & secure manner. He also suggested that large obsolete machines like copiers, older furniture, ACs etc be scrapped and auctioned in the public domain in an official & transparent manner.
Shri Giriraj Singh explained that in the age of digitization, the digital sanctity of databases is important for faster data retrieval. He also emphasized periodical maintenance & cleanup of unnecessary data. Important files pertaining to Parliament, Cabinet, RTI, Grievance etc. be organized into a central repository for efficient information sharing across departments. He also suggested the digitization of books available in the department’s library.
During his visit to the Parliament section of the Ministry, Shri Singh stressed upon the importance of 3R i.e Record, Reply and Repository and instructed the officials to go digital and have a repository of previously asked questions.
Rural Development Secretary Shri NN Sinha and other senior officials of the Ministry accompanied the Minister during the inspection.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
MoRTH advises States and UTs to stamp "International Convention of Road Traffic of 19th September 1949" on the first page of International Driving Permit issued by them
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has advised the States and Union Territory administrations to stamp "International Convention of Road Traffic of 19th September 1949" on the first page of International Driving Permit  issued by them. It has been brought to the notice of the Ministry through various public grievances that many countries are not accepting the International Driving Permit issued to Indian citizens, and that officials there ask for the validation of IDP in accordance of International Convention of Road Traffic of 19th September 1949.
In an advisory issued to Transport Secretaries/Commissioners of States/UTs, the ministry has also provided a copy of the stamp as being placed by some of the RTOs and accepted internationally for reference.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Schemes for SC Students To Study Abroad
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment implements the Central-sector scheme namely National Overseas Scholarship, to facilitate the low income students belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Denotified Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers and Traditional Artisans category to obtain higher education viz., Masters degree or Ph. D courses by studying abroad thereby improving their Economic and Social status.
The details of students belonging to SC category who went abroad for study during the last five years under the scheme of NOS, and the funds allocated during the said period are as under:-
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S.No.
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Selection Year
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Number of Students
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Funds allocated 
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B.E.
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R.E.
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1
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2016-17
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46
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15.00
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15.00
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2
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2017-18
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63
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15.00
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15.00
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3
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2018-19
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43
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15.00
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15.00
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4
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2019-20
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42
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20.00
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20.00
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5
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2020-21
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64
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20.00
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30.00
This information was given by the Minister of State, Social Justice & Empowerment Shri A. Narayanaswamy in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Department of Space
Cabinet approves Agreement between India and Uzbekistan on Cooperation in the exploration and uses of Outer Space for peaceful purposes
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of Agreement between India and Uzbekistan on Cooperation in the exploration and uses of Outer Space for peaceful purposes. The Agreement was signed on 1st October 2018 at New Delhi during the State visit of the President of Uzbekistan to India.
Major Impact:
The signing of the Agreement will strengthen the cooperation between India and Uzbekistan and would provide impetus to explore newer research activities and application possibilities in the field of remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication; satellite navigation; space science and exploration of outer space.
Benefit:
Agreement would lead to develop a joint activity in the field of application of space technologies for the benefit of humanity. It will lead to setting up of a Joint Working Group, which will further work out the plan of action including the time-frame and the means of implementing the provisions of this Agreement.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
218.75crTotal Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
6,90,194 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at37,444
Active cases standat 0.08%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.73%
4,206recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,40,28,370
3,375new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
89.56cr Total Tests conducted so far; 2,64,127tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Defence
Lt Gen Manoj Pande CINCAN visits ENC
Lieutenant General Manoj Pande, AVSM, VSM; Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command  arrived at Visakhapatnam on 20 Jul 20 on a maiden three-day visit to Eastern Naval Command . The General is accompanied by Mrs Archana Pande, President Defence Wives Welfare Association.
Lt Gen Manoj Pande called on Vice Adm Atul Kumar Jain, PVSM, AVSM VSM; Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief ENC on 22 Jul 20 and held operational discussions. Later, he was briefed on the responsibilities of the Command and other operational activities of the Indian Navy on the Eastern Seaboard.
Lt Gen Manoj Pande took over as the 15th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command on 01 Jun 20. The General Officer was commissioned into the Corps of Engineers in Dec 1982 and is a graduate of Staff College, in United Kingdom and attended the Higher Command Course at Army War College, Mhow and the National Security Studies Course at National Defence College, New Delhi. During his 37 years of distinguished service, the General Officer has taken an active part in Operation Vijay and Parakram. He commanded an Engineer Regiment along the Line of Control in Jammu & Kashmir, an Engineers Brigade as part of a Strike Corps, an Infantry Brigade along the Line of Control, a Mountain Division in the High Altitude Area of Western Ladakh and a Corps deployed along the Line of Actual Control  as also in Counter Insurgency Operations area in the North East.
The visit assumes importance in the current geo-political scenario in which the Eastern Naval Command and the Andaman & Nicobar Command have to act in close cooperation with each other.
Prime Minister's Office
Dr. Pranav Pandya presents a demand draft of Rs. 1.25 crore towards Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund
Head of All World Gayatri Pariwar, Dr. Pranav Pandya, called on Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today, and presented a demand draft of Rs 1.25 crore towards the Prime Minister`s National Relief Fund.
Ministry of Finance
Investment Incentive Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of India
The Government of India and the Government of the United States of America has signed an Investment Incentive Agreement  today at Tokyo, Japan. The IIA was signed by Shri Vinay Kwatra, Foreign Secretary, Government of India, and Mr. Scott Nathan, Chief Executive Officer, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation .
This IIA supersedes the Investment Incentive Agreement signed between the Government of India and the Government of the United States of America in the year 1997. Significant developments have taken place since the signing of the earlier IIA in 1997 including the creation of a new agency called DFC, a development finance agency of Government of USA, as a successor agency of the erstwhile Overseas Private Investment Corporation  after the enactment of a recent legislation of USA, the BUILD Act 2018. IIA has been signed, to keep pace with the additional investment support programmes, offered by the DFC, such as debt, equity investment, investment guaranty, investment insurance or reinsurance, feasibility studies for potential projects and grants.
The Agreement is the legal requirement for DFC, to continue providing investment support in India. DFC or their predecessor agencies are active in India since 1974 and have so far provided investment support worth $5.8 billion of which $2.9 billion is still outstanding. Proposals worth $4 billion are under consideration by DFC for providing investment support in India. DFC has provided investment support in sectors that matter for development such as COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing, healthcare financing, renewable energy, SME financing, financial inclusion, infrastructure etc.
It is expected that signing of IIA would lead to enhanced Investment support provided by DFC in India, which shall further help in India’s development.
NITI Aayog
Aspirational Districts Should be ‘Inspirational Districts’ of India, Programme Should be Extended to Block & City Levels: PM
Detailed Discussions on Crop Diversification, National Education Policy and Aspirational Districts ProgrammeHeld on Day Two of National Conference of Chief Secretaries
The three-day-long national conference of chief secretaries, which is being chaired by the Prime Minister, is currently underway at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh.
Deliberations were held on ‘Crop Diversification and Achieving Self-Sufficiency in Oilseeds, Pulses and Other Agri-Commodities’ and ‘Implementation of National Education Policy-School Education’. There were sessions on ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav: Road to 2047’ and the Aspirational Districts Programme.
Lauding the success of the Aspirational Districts Programme, the Prime Minister said the government should strive to make these the ‘Inspirational Districts’ of India and extend the programme to the block and city levels.
The Prime Minister stressed that India’s best, young officers should be posted to the Aspirational Districts to bring about noticeable changes through their creative thinking and fresh ideas. The experience and learnings gained by them while working in these districts would be unparalleled and prove useful for the entire country, he said.
Speaking on education, the Prime Minister said that teachers’ training can be strengthened by leveraging digital technology and learning mobile apps. He stated that award winning retired school teachers could also be roped in for visiting schools and training teachers. He stated that there could be a dedicated TV Channel for teachers’ training.
It may be recalled that in the Budget 2022-23, the GoI announced that 200 TV Channels would be launched for improving access to high quality education in the remotest part of the country. Hon’ble Prime Minister suggested organising competitions among young entrepreneurs, start ups and youth across States for preparation of quality content in various mediums such as drama, animation, mono-acting, etc. in regional languages. The best content creators would be awarded.
During the lunch break, the issue on “Reducing Compliance Burden” was taken up on each table for deliberations.
Several strategies for ‘Aatmanirbhar Krishi’ and for a digital mission in agriculture were also discussed.The need for greater Centre-state coordination for driving India’s infrastructure growth story through PM-GatiShakti was also highlighted.
Secretary  held an interactive session on the need for sound fiscal management by the states and union territories. He spoke on the need for the rationalization of schemes and autonomous bodies and measures to reduce revenue deficit.
All the states and union territories actively participated, flagged concerns, highlighted best practices and suggested possible solution in every session.
The national conference of chief secretaries is a first-of-its-kind exercise towards strengthening the partnership between the Centre and the states, to build a shared vision for Amrit Kaal.
Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No. 39/2023 - Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , and in supersession of the Notification No. 36/2023-Customs, dated 18th May, 2023 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies specified in column  of each of Schedule I and Schedule II annexed hereto, into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 2nd June, 2023, be the rate mentioned against it in the corresponding entry in column  thereof, for the purpose of the said section, relating to imported and export goods.
SCHEDULE-I
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Sl.
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of one unit of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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1.
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Australian Dollar
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55.00
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52.65
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2.
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Bahraini Dinar
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225.85
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212.40
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3.
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Canadian Dollar
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61.90
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59.85
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4.
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Chinese Yuan
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11.80
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11.45
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5.
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Danish Kroner
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12.05
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11.65
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6.
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EURO
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89.85
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86.70
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7.
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Hong Kong Dollar
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10.70
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10.35
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8.
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Kuwaiti Dinar
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276.90
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260.30
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9.
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New Zealand Dollar
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51.00
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48.70
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10.
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Norwegian Kroner
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7.60
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7.35
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11.
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Pound Sterling
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104.45
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101.00
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12.
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Qatari Riyal
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23.40
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21.95
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13.
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Saudi Arabian Riyal
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22.60
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21.35
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14.
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Singapore Dollar
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62.10
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60.10
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15.
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South African Rand
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4.30
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4.05
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16.
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Swedish Kroner
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7.75
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7.50
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17.
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Swiss Franc
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92.40
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89.00
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18.
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Turkish Lira
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4.10
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3.85
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19.
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UAE Dirham
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23.20
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21.80
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20.
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US Dollar
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83.40
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81.70
SCHEDULE-II
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Sl.
No.
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of 100 units of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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1.
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Japanese Yen
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60.15
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58.25
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2.
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Korean Won
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6.45
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6.05
UPSC
Recruitment Results finalized by UPSC in July, 2019
The following Recruitment Results have been finalized by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of July, 2019. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post.
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Ministry of Railways
ECoR GENERAL MANAGER REVIEWED THE PROGRESS OF STATION REDEVELOPMENT
Instructions given to speed up works
Projects are being continuously monitored by the Railway Minister.
East Coast Railway General Manager Shri Manoj Sharma today reviewed the progress of Redevelopment of Railway Stations under ECoR jurisdiction with the concerned officials at ECoR HQs at Rail Sadan, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar.
Hon’ble Minister of Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw is giving priority for the Development of Railway infrastructure of the region along with various project works going in Odisha and also is monitoring the developmental works regularly.
Keeping in view the above, East Coast Railway General Manager Shri Sharma reviewed the progress of Redevelopment of Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar New, Puri, Cuttack Stations over East Coast Railway jurisdiction.
Shri Sharma also advised concerned officials to speed up the ongoing work and also speed up the process for tendering and architectural planning to improve the overall aesthetic look of the Stations and to focus for the speedy completion of projects.
Shri Sharma further advised officials to work with proper coordination with the all agencies from the grassroots to short-out issues raised during construction of public centric projects and further emphasised upon early completion of targeted works.
Foundation Work for redevelopment of Puri Station has already been started. Shops, Enquiry Counter relocation at Bhubaneswar Station have been completed for redevelopment work. Similarly, Soil investigation is going on for construction of redevelopment of Cuttack Railway Station. Apart from this, the plan for redevelopment of Bhubaneswar New Station is under finalisation.
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Ministry of Culture
Ministry of Culture identifies 449 Sites Across the Country for Cleanliness under Special Swachhata Campaign 3.0
As a Special Initiative ASI is Showing ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Slogan on Qutab Minar in Delhi and Sanchi Stupa in Madhya Pradesh
Ministry of Culture is undertaking the Special Swachhata Campaign 3.0 within the Ministry and its Attached, Subordinate and Autonomous Organizations located across the country. The Campaign started with a preparatory phase from 15th September to 30th September, 2023 during which the targets for disposing and cleaning during the campaign period have been earmarked. Implementation phase of the campaign has started from 2nd October, 2023 and will continue upto 31st October, 2023. During the campaign, special focus is being given on reducing pendency, space management and enhancing workplace experience in offices.
During the Preparatory Phase of the Special Campaign, Ministry along with its organizations have identified 449 sites across the country for cleanliness. Besides, Ministry has identified pending 176 MP references, 41 Parliamentary Assurances, 33 PMO references, 28 State Govt. references and 412 Public Grievances for disposal and redressal. Besides, about 15,969 physical files and 2,133 E-files have also been identified for review.
During the Swachhata Pakhwara from 15th September to 2nd October, 2023, 194 events were created and successfully closed by various field offices of Ministry across the Country under Swachhata hi Seva Campaign. A special programme was organized with the theme of “Ek Tareekh – Ek Ghanta” on 1st October, 2023 at Safdarjung Tomb, Sri Aurbindo Marg, New Delhi under the leadership of Secretary  where approx. 200 officers and staff of Ministry and ASI participated.
Dhruva community of Jadgalpur, Chhattisgarh has united with the nation’s effort to ensure litter free India by harmonious coexistence with nature.
A special initiative has also been carried out by ASI by showing ‘Swachhata hi Seva’ slogan on Qutab Minar in Delhi and Sanchi Stupa in Madhya Pradesh.
Secretary, Culture Shri Govind Mohan reviewed the preparation of Special Campaign 3.0 and also administered Swachhata pledge to the Heads of Organizations and Officials of the Ministry to make the country clean and garbage-free.
Daily progress is being monitored and uploaded on the SCDPM portal hosted by Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances. All Attached, Subordinate and Autonomous Organizations are enthusiastically participating in the campaign in full swing to achieve the targets set by the Ministry for the period.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Tide Gauge Network
Recently the Cabinet has approved a mission mode programme “Deep Ocean Mission” to be implemented by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India. One of the objectives of this Mission, among other things, is to provide projections of sea level rise along the coast of India under the various climate change scenarios. As an outcome of this project, a suite of interactive GIS maps identifying vulnerable areas and possible inundation scenarios will be prepared.
INCOIS, an autonomous institute of MoES has acquired the baseline Airborne Lidar Terrain Mapping  elevation data from National Remote Sensing Centre , under ISRO for the Tsunami Inundation modelling and vulnerability mapping. This data is available for the main land Indian coast up to two kilometres from the coast and would be used for predicting the sea-level rise.
As part of Indian Tsunami Early Warning System, INCOIS has established a real-time network of 36 tide gauges at different locations along the Indian coast to monitor the tsunami waves and provide timely advisories. It has established 4 tide gauges in Andhra Pradesh at below locations.
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S.No.
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Station Name
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Latitude 
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Longitude 
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1
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Visakhapatnam
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17.683
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83.283
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2
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Kakinada
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16.933
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82.25
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3
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Machilipatnam
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16.145
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81.178
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4
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Krishnapatnam
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14.25
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80.133
This information was given by the Minister of State  for M/o Earth Sciences and M/o Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Education
The President of India accepts the resignation of Prof. R. L. Hangloo, Vice-Chancellor, University of Allahabad
Prof. Rattan Lal Hangloo, Vice-Chancellor, University of Allahabad has tendered his resignation vide his letter dated 31.12.2019 from his post on personal grounds.
The President of India in his capacity as the Visitor of the University of Allahabad has been pleased to accept the resignation of Prof. R. L. Hangloo with immediate effect.
The President of India is also pleased to direct to conduct an enquiry into the allegations of financial, academic and administrative irregularities including the recommendations contained in their Interim Report No. 8/18115/2019/NCW/RD/DS of the National Commission for Women regarding alleged misconduct against Prof. Rattan Lal Hangloo, Vice-Chancellor, University of Allahabad.
The senior most Professor of the University shall perform the duties of the office of Vice Chancellor of University of Allahabad till the regular Vice Chancellor is appointed or until further orders, whichever is earlier.